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Wartime guide for foreign caregivers

Wartime guide for foreign caregivers

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(English version and Russian version – Below)

 

Guidelines document in Hebrew

 

Dear family caregivers,

During this complex and stressful time, we at EMDA are with you and aware of the unique challenges you face. We receive many inquiries describing the immense difficulty of caring for a loved one with dementia under the constant threat of alarms and security tension.

We know that the challenge is often exacerbated by language and cultural differences with foreign workers who are dedicated to helping you. Foreign caregivers also experience anxiety and personal stress, away from home and family.

That is exactly why we have put together this document for you. Its purpose is to provide you and your foreign caregivers with practical tools, supporting information, and a list of essential resources in different languages. We believe that open communication, mutual understanding, and proper guidance can make it easier to cope together and strengthen the resilience of all of you.

 

 

Guidelines for Foreign Workers – A Wartime Guide

 

1. How to help a patient with dementia when an alarm sounds

We know that you care deeply about the well-being of the person you care for. Your peace of mind directly affects them. Here are some recommendations:

  • Stay as calm as possible: The patient feels your pressure. Deep breathing, a calm facial expression, and speaking in a quiet voice calm them more than anything else.
  • Use short, clear sentences: Instead of explaining the situation, they simply and gently said: "Come on, let's go to the safe room now.".
  • Lead gently and with a soothing touch: Use gentle touch (holding a hand, a hand on the shoulder) to guide the patient to a safe space. Avoid yelling or arguing.
  • Prepare a "calming kit" in advance": Prepare a small bag for the protected space with things the patient likes: familiar music, a photo album, a favorite snack, or a cozy blanket. This will help distract them and create a sense of security.
  • Practice while relaxing: Try to practice walking together to the "special room" (HMMD) during a calm time, so that the action becomes less threatening and more familiar.
  • In case of refusal: If the patient firmly refuses to move, do not use force. Try to persuade gently, offer something they like, or simply stay with them in the safest possible place in the house, according to Home Front Command guidelines.

 

2. How to take care of yourself

Your calm and personal security are essential. It is perfectly natural to feel fear and worry when you are away from home in such a situation.

  • We updated from official sources only: Avoid overexposure to news and rumors. Act only according to the official instructions of the Home Front Command.
  • Stay connected with home and friends: Talk to your family and friends. Share what you're going through. You're not alone in this struggle.
  • Share with the employing family: Don't hesitate to talk to them about your fears and concerns. Open communication can facilitate and strengthen mutual support.
  • Recognize your importance: You are doing vital and meaningful work. You are an anchor of stability and security for the person you care for.
  • Take a moment for yourself: Even if it's just for a few minutes, stop, take a few deep breaths and try to calm yourself.

 

3. Sources of information and essential links

4. Need additional support and advice?

Dear family members, you and your caregivers are not alone. If you feel the need for guidance, emotional support, or professional advice, do not hesitate to reach out.
The EMDA Association's national support line is at your disposal by phone:  8889*

We are here for you, for any questions and consultation.

Hoping for quieter and safer days,
Amda Association Team

 

 

 

English Version

 

INSTRUCTIONS for Family Caregivers

Dear Family Caregivers ,

During this complex and tense period, we at EMDA (The Alzheimer's Association of Israel) are with you and are deeply aware of the unique challenges you face. We are receiving many inquiries describing the immense difficulty of caring for a loved one with dementia under the constant threat of alarms and security stress.

We know that this challenge is often intensified by language and cultural gaps with the foreign caregiver who assists you with such dedication. The caregiver is also experiencing personal anxiety and stress, far from their home and family.

For this very reason, we have compiled this document. Its purpose is to provide you and your foreign caregivers with practical tools, supportive information, and a list of essential resources in various languages. We believe that open communication, mutual understanding, and the right guidance can ease the shared burden and strengthen everyone's resilience.

 

Wartime Guide for Foreign Caregivers

1. How to Assist Your Patient with Dementia During an Alarm

We know you are very concerned about the well-being of the person in your care. Your calmness directly affects them. Here are some recommendations :

  • Stay as calm as possible: The person you care for can feel your stress. A deep breath, a calm facial expression, and speaking in a quiet voice will soothe them more than anything.
  • Use short, clear sentences: Instead of explaining the situation, say simply and gently:Come, we are going to the safe room now."
  • Lead gently with a calming touch: Use a gentle touch (holding a hand, a hand on the shoulder) to guide the person to the protected space. Avoid shouting or arguing.
  • Prepare a "calm-down kit" in advance: Have a small bag ready in the safe room with things the person likes: familiar music, a photo album, a favorite snack, or a cozy blanket. This will help create a distraction and a sense of security.
  • Practice during calm times: Try to practice walking together to the "special room" (the MAMAD) during a quiet time, so the action becomes less threatening and more familiar.
  • In case of refusal: If the person strongly refuses to move, do not use force. Try to persuade gently, offer something they like, or simply stay with them in the safest possible location within the house, according to Home Front Command guidelines.
 

2. How to Take Care of Yourself

Your personal calm and safety are essential. It is completely natural to feel fear and worry when you are far from home in a situation like this.

  • Get information from official sources only: Avoid over-exposure to news and rumors. Act only according to the official instructions of the Home Front Command.
  • Stay connected with home and friends: Talk to your family and friends. Share what you are going through. You are not alone in this.
  • Share with the employing family: Do not hesitate to talk to them about your fears and concerns. Open communication can provide relief and strengthen mutual support.
  • Recognize your importance: You are doing vital and meaningful work. You are an anchor of stability and security for the person you care for.
  • Take a moment for yourself: Even if it's just for a few minutes, stop, take several deep breaths, and try to calm yourself.
 

3. Essential Resources and Links

 

4. Need more support and advice?

Dear family members, you and your caregivers are not alone. If you feel the need for guidance, emotional support, or professional advice, please do not hesitate to reach out . The National Support Hotline of EMDA is available for you at: *8889

We are here for you, for any question or consultation.

Hoping for quieter and safer days,
The EMDA Team

 

 

 

Russian version

 

Introduction for family members,
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Dear family members who care for the sick,

In this difficult and stressful period, we, the staff of ЕМДА (the Israeli Alzheimer's Association), stand by you and deeply understand the unique difficulties you face. We receive many requests describing the enormous difficulties of caring for a loved one with dementia in the conditions of a constant threat of anxiety and stress related to the security situation.

We know that this problem is often exacerbated by language and cultural differences with a foreign care worker who is devotedly helping you. The care worker also experiences personal anxiety and stress, being away from his home and family.

That's why we made this document. Its purpose is to provide you and your foreign care workers with practical tools that support information and a list of basic information resources in different languages. We believe that open communication, mutual understanding and correct instructions can lighten the common burden and strengthen the resilience of each of you.

Руководство для отранный работых по уходу в воренее время

 

1. How to help your ward with dementia during an alarm

We know that you are very concerned about the well-being of the person you are courting. Your calmness directly affects him. Here are some recommendations:

  • Keep maximum calmness: The person you are courting feels your stress. A deep breath, a calm expression and a quiet voice soothe him best.
  • Use short and clear sentences: Instead of explaining the situation, say simply and gently: «Let's go, we are now going to a protected space».
  • Lead gently, using soothing touch: Use a gentle touch (take the hand, put the hand on the shoulder) to lead the person into a protected space. Избегайте криков и проров.
  • Prepare in advance «set for comfort»: Prepare a small bag for a protected space with things that your ward likes: familiar music, a photo album, a favorite delicacy or a cozy blanket. This will help distract him and create a sense of security.
  • Practice in calm time: Try going to a «special room» (МАМАД) together in a quiet time, so that this action becomes less frightening and more familiar.
  • In case of refusal: If the person categorically refuses to move, do not apply force. Try to gently convince him, offer something that he likes, or simply stay with him in the safest place in the house, according to the instructions of the Back Office.
 

2. How to take care of yourself

Your personal peace and safety are very important. It's completely natural to experience fear and anxiety, being away from home in such a situation.

  • Get information only from official sources: Avoid excessive viewing of news and rumors. Act only in accordance with the official instructions of the back office.
  • Support communication with home and friends: Talk to your family and friends. Share what you're feeling. You are not alone in this fight.
  • Share your experiences with the employer's family: Don't hesitate to talk to them about their fears and fears. Open communication can bring relief and strengthen mutual support.
  • Realize your importance: You perform vitally important and significant work. You are the support of stability and safety for the person you are courting.
  • Find a minute for yourself: Even if it's only a few minutes, stop, take a few deep breaths and try to calm down.
 

3. Important sources and references

 

4. Need additional support and advice?

Dear family members, you and your care workers are not alone. If you feel the need for guidance, emotional support or professional consultation, don't hesitate to contact us. The national hotline of ЕМДА support is available for you by phone: *8889

We are here for you for any question and for any consultation.

With the hope of more peaceful and safe days,
EMDA Team

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